Changes to fuel tax may impact different vehicle owners differently

Tuesday 12 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 12 Aug 2025, 5:00am

In this story Chris Bishop, University of Otago

Transport Minister Chris Bishop is proposing a transition away from petrol taxes. While electric vehicle owners may keep running cost advantages, non-plug-in hybrids could face higher operating costs. The proposal aims to ensure all vehicles contribute fairly to road maintenance and improvements.

How they headlined it

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1. NewsroomTue 12 Aug 2025, 5:00am

   Scrapping petrol tax could be transformative. But will it? (opens in new tab)

2. StuffTue 12 Aug 2025, 5:00am

   Do you drive a petrol car, hybrid, or EV? Some of us will end up paying more - who’s it going to be? (opens in new tab)